Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roodae
ID:
17144

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1924: 257 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016473



Common Names

  • African Daisy
  • Rood's Arctotis
  • Violet Daisy


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Description

Arctotis roodae (also called Rood's Arctotis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotis roodae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctotis roodae has small yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves with a white downy covering.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotis roodae can be propagated by seed or division of the root clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Arctotis roodae

Arctotis roodae is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands, woodlands, and along riverbanks.

Arctotis roodae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctotis roodae?

Arctotis roodae

What is the common name of Arctotis roodae?

Roode's Arctotis

What is the family of Arctotis roodae?

Asteraceae

Species in the Arctotis genus

Arctotis serpens, Arctotis suffruticosa, Arctotis schraderi, Arctotis gumbletonii, Arctotis scullyi, Arctotis hirsuta, Arctotis leucanthemoides, Arctotis muricata, Arctotis gowerae, Arctotis debensis, Arctotis bellidiastrum, Arctotis schlechteri, Arctotis roodae, Arctotis venusta, Arctotis laciniata, Arctotis fastuosa, Arctotis acaulis, Arctotis bellidiastrum, Arctotis aspera, Arctotis erosa, Arctotis perfoliata, Arctotis rogersii, Arctotis revoluta, Arctotis merxmuelleri, Arctotis acuminata, Arctotis hispidula, Arctotis adpressa, Arctotis scabra, Arctotis dregei, Arctotis discolor, Arctotis frutescens, Arctotis breviscapa, Arctotis glabrata, Arctotis amplexicans, Arctotis diffusa, Arctotis campanulata, Arctotis microcephala, Arctotis venidioides, Arctotis arctotoides, Arctotis rotundifolia, Arctotis auriculata, Arctotis bellidifolia, Arctotis sulcocarpa, Arctotis angustifolia, Arctotis serpens, Arctotis leiocarpa, Arctotis verbascifolia, Arctotis spinulosa, Arctotis paniculata, Arctotis caudata,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,